What is the difference between an anti-theft fuel device and a locking fuel cap?
A locking fuel cap only prevents the tank opening from being accessed, but the fuel remains reachable with a hose if the cap is forced or replaced. A KOCKÒN anti-theft device is installed inside the filler neck and leaves no hole or slot through which a hose or probe can be inserted: it is not a deterrent, it is a physical barrier. It is tested for refueling flow rates of up to 120 liters per minute, so it does not slow down the filling process.
How do I know if my truck needs the 105 or 80 mm version?
The measurement refers to the outer diameter of the tank filler neck. The 105 mm version covers all DAF, MAN, Volvo, and Mercedes models, Renault Premium, Magnum, and Midlum with a metal neck, and Iveco Stralis, EuroStar, EuroTec, Trakker, and EuroTrakker, as well as Doosan, Liebherr, Bomag, Komatsu, Hitachi, and John Deere machinery. The 80 mm version covers all Scania models, Iveco Eurocargo with a metal neck, John Deere 5000-6000, Massey Ferguson 4292 hd, Deutz Fahr, Same, and Volkswagen Constellation.
Does the installation affect the vehicle's homologation or its status as a leased vehicle?
No. The device is installed by inserting and rotating it until it is locked in place by a patented system, without the need for drills, screws, rivets, adhesives, or sealants. The installation is reversible: it can be removed, leaving the vehicle in its original state, making it equally suitable for rented or leased vans and trucks that must be returned without modifications.
What is the difference between KOCKÒN, MACH II, and the VX series?
KOCKÒN is the autonomous solution for industrial vehicles: it is installed and works with the vehicle's original cap. MACH II is a modular system in which the base is installed on the tank and completed with a cap that is chosen separately and can be replaced later without removing the base, even with a smart cap that alerts you to every opening. The VX series is the same miniaturized technology for vans and light commercial vehicles such as Mercedes Sprinter, VW Crafter, MAN TGE, Iveco Daily, Nissan Cabstar, and Renault Maxcity.
How much fuel is lost to theft in a fleet?
According to data published by the manufacturer, based on a sample in Western Europe, the diesel subject to theft is around 4 percent of the total, and cases have been documented where that figure reaches 40 percent. By preventing access through the fuel tank filler neck, the savings offset the investment within a short amortization period.
